Not Just a Favour

By Melony Axe

When "help me out" turns into "you owe me", who can you tell?

Fourteen-year-old Jay wants his music to be heard. When Leon offers encouragement, headphones and a possible opportunity, Jay feels noticed. But the offer changes. A secret parcel, a claimed debt and an unwanted visitor leave him frightened and unsure how to get out.

With support from his friend Noor, his dad and a youth worker who listens without blame, Jay discovers that he can ask for help, even after saying yes.

Not Just a Favour is an illustrated story for readers aged 11-18 about manipulation, worrying secrets, exploitation and the pressure to belong. Written with boys' experiences in mind, its message is relevant to young people of every gender: accepting a gift, trusting someone or feeling unable to refuse does not make another person's harmful behaviour your fault.

This 1st Edition includes:

- A fully illustrated story about recognising pressure and finding support.

- Questions adults can ask young people, with example answers.

- Questions young people may ask, with honest, supportive adult answers.

- Separate discussion activities for ages 11-13 and 14-18.

- Guidance for parents, carers, schools and youth workers.

- A practical support plan, advice on supporting a friend and guidance for readers aged eighteen.

- UK and international support contacts.

- Space for writing

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1995843075
• ISBN13: 9781995843070
• Release Date: December 2025
• Publisher: Tell Somebody
• Length: 50 Pages
• Weight: 0.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 13 to 18 years
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary